Devil May Cry 6: Confirmed or Rumored?

The future of Devil May Cry might seem uncertain, especially with the departure of its longtime director after over three decades. However, the question remains: will there be a next installment in the DMC series? Let's dive into why we believe the answer is a resounding yes.

Will Capcom Make Another Devil May Cry Game?

Very Likely, Even Without Itsuno At the Helm

Devil May Cry's stalwart director, Hideaki Itsuno, has recently left Capcom after an impressive tenure of over 30 years. Itsuno was the mastermind behind DMC 3, 4, and 5 (though we often gloss over the less fondly remembered DMC 2). With his departure, fans might worry about the future of the series. However, the chances of a Devil May Cry 6 emerging are still high, and it might already be in development—just not under Itsuno's guidance.

The Devil May Cry series has experienced its fair share of highs and lows. From the unexpected success of the first game, which was initially conceived as a Resident Evil title, to the disappointing DMC 2, and the troubled development of DMC 4, the series has always bounced back. The infamous DmC reboot introduced us to El Donte, but it was DMC5 that truly revitalized the franchise following the reboot's mixed reception.

While some might view Itsuno's departure as a potential end for the series, this couldn't be further from the truth. Devil May Cry remains one of Capcom's most beloved, bestselling, and culturally significant franchises. With the overwhelming success and resurgence following DMC5, and the cult following generated by DMC5 Special Edition, which introduced the iconic Vergil and his anthem "Bury the Light," the series is thriving. "Bury the Light" alone has garnered over 110 million plays on Spotify and 132 million views on an unofficial YouTube upload, making it one of the most celebrated songs in gaming history.